Newcastle East Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Newcastle Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Newcastle Beach during your travels in Newcastle? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Foreshore Park
Foreshore Park is just one of the places to see in Newcastle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Newcastle Ocean Baths
Snap photos of the art deco pavilion and two large pools that make up one of the city’s most iconic structures.
Fort Scratchley
Take a guided tour of this Australian military base, learn about the region’s pre-fort history and explore an underground tunnel complex.
Blacksmiths Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Blacksmiths Beach during your travels in Belmont? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.
Merewether Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Merewether Beach during your travels in Merewether? Savour the area's bars and restaurants.
Things to do
Newcastle: True Crime Guided Walking Tour
Newcastle City Tour: Coastal Charms and City Secrets
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting
Newcastle: Animal Lovers Tour - Kangaroos, Dolphins & more!
Top hotels in Newcastle East
NOAH'S On The Beach
"Wonderful stay. Mel who checked us in was wonderful. Ocean is tight there so relaxing. Wish we had stayed a little longer. Definitely will visit again"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Little National Hotel Newcastle
"Fantastic place to stay. Really appreciated the working areas in the library"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Honeysuckle Executive Apartments
"The plan Booked the prestige 2 bedroom suite as we are a group of 4 friends coming together and wanted to spend quality time with cocktails in the room before doing a big dinner. The problem Arrived to a very small 2 bedroom box. Upon raising this at the front desk, the staff tried to say that they ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Jesmond Executive Villas
"Reception staff @ Jesmond Executive Villas are so helpful!"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle
"The Apollo is fantastic The room was lovely Quiet an comfortable The restaurant was great 5 stars for sure"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Rydges Newcastle
"Very clean room, with all we required. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We had Happy Hour drinks and a nice meal. The outside dining/drinks area is lovely with heaters and water views. Would have loved a swim in the pool if it hadn’t been winter!"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Newcastle East
Merewether
Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.
Toronto
Lake views, cafes and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Toronto. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie while you're exploring.
Caves Beach
Some popular features of Caves Beach include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Lake Macquarie or Belmont Golf Course are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Swansea
While there might not be top attractions in Swansea, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course.
Warners Bay
Unique features of Warners Bay include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Lake Macquarie or Hunter Ice Skating Stadium while you're exploring the area.
